Toyota Tundra Or Tacoma Pop Out Window Latch Repair

Here is a very simple and inexpensive way to fix the broken latch for the rear side windows of your 2000-2006 Toyota Tundra or Tacoma.

This Tundra window fix worked for me for many years on the side windows of my 2003 access cab. Best thing is that it cost less than 25 cents.

This zip tie fix will only work if you have one side of the broken window hinge still attached to the truck. Just take a strong nylon zip tie wrap around the two window latch pins. Slowly tighten the zip tie down while holding the broken plastic connector in it’s normal alignment to the latch pins. Once pulled tightly down, slide the connector end of the tie to the far side as to not restrict the latch from closing.

Your Toyota pop out window will now close just like it was new again. Even with normal use I only replace the zip tie once in five years. I hope this helps someone with a out of a jam.
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27 Comments

carpespasmSeptember 12, 2010

You are my hero this afternoon. I’ve had two tacomas from this era and those window latches are always the first (and usually only) thing that breaks on them. This guy here sells billet aluminum versions of the piece that breaks, but some people (supposedly about 4 in 400) have had problems with them not latching closed like they should. Thanks again for this!

Bruno: Yes. I know the ones. More like one in ten not working. I ordered a pair and the window would not close. I am glad I could help.

KarlOctober 11, 2010

Super idea! I just left the dealership after telling them to keep their expensive unit (they will not sell just the broken plastic piece…has to be the whole unit). I landed here looking for a used latch, but now think I’d prefer to take your inexpensive idea to task. Looks relatively foolproof. Thanks for sharing!!!

Bruno:No problem. Glad I could help.

markApril 7, 2011

Dude I have been looking for a fix for that for years. thats a great temp fix but where I get the latch and how much does it cost?

Bruno: Any Toyota dealer sells them.

diverdadMay 20, 2011

Brilliant!!! Thanks

tdybrsMay 26, 2011

This absolutely helped me out of my jam! THANK YOU!!! The pictures were most helpful!!

mattMay 30, 2011

dude thanks for the post, i have been looking for a way to fix that ever since i found out it was broken but didn’t want to have to take the whole door panel apart, i just put it on and it works fine, thanks again

tdyberAugust 1, 2011

Hey Guys, Just bought a 2001 Tundra in excellent condition. Just a few minor fixes. The rear window latches my son just noticed and said his body shop price was $30 each. I just went out in the garage got 2 nylon zip ties and ten minutes later both side pop out windows work like new.
THANKS, THANKS, THANKS! Have a great day.

BillSeptember 8, 2011

Great post I got my zip tie and I can lock the window I never use again.

Thanks!

CashflowNovember 13, 2011

You are my hero for sure!! I didn’t even bother pricing one new because I’m sure they’re expensive. This fix works perfectly. So glad I did a search.

Thanks again!!!

Jae308November 21, 2011

Even though I’m late to the table…thanks Bruno

Mike in TacDecember 29, 2011

Awesome Awesome Fix – thanks so much Bruno!

sv650memberJanuary 18, 2012

that worked like magic! thanks for the hook up my tundra sr5 is back to mint!

ThomFebruary 1, 2012

Thanks! My latches broke a couple of years ago and have driven me crazy ever since. I finally broke down and looked on the web to order a replacement. I like your idea much better. Thank you very much for taking the time to share!

Bruno: no problem, glad I could help.

qvATLMarch 15, 2012

Thanks very much for sharing! Awesome fix!

DennisMarch 21, 2012

I too just left my local Toyota dealer where I purchased 20 cents worth of injection molded plastic (fan control knob) for $11.78 and inquired as to the availability of those broken plastic connectors for my rear windows. $89.95 ea plus installation so I was looking at a min. of a $300 repair cost. I even called Toyota Corporate to see if they would be willing to disclose the actual manufacturer of the item so I could by a couple sets of just the plastic. Nope, liability prevents us…yada, yada. I will give them credit though, at the end of the “no joy” conversation the young man asked if I’d done a google search for possible solutions. It was his suggestion that got me here. Sorry I don’t remember your name young man but thanks, simple solution and repair cost that will amount too oh, I don’t know, what, 50 cents.

GunnyApril 16, 2012

Thanks Bruno! Worked like a charm. I wish Toyota would make a stronger hinge.

Matt JMay 19, 2012

Wow im glad i stumbled upon this gem, just broke the latch on my 2003 Tacoma. And i love popping my side windows out in the spring and summer and was panicked to see that it some how cracked in half. Thanks for the tip my friend. LIFESAVER

OsidelocalmikeMay 24, 2012

Dude, that was the best advise ever. Worked like a charm! I would buy you a beer if I could. Thanks!

agbMay 27, 2012

My latches recently broke and was looking for replacements. Luckily was searching the web sites and came across your solution to the problem. Looked in my tool box and found some zip ties and fixed the problem, didn’t cost me a dime. Thanks for the great information Bruno!

bayoublasterMay 30, 2012

WOW! You should be nominated for Toyota Repair Hall of Fame! Thanks for quick and inexpensive fix. The pictures were very helpful..

dlichtermanJune 3, 2012

Thanks! Just bought a Tundra and the back latches were broken. Sure beats paying for new parts!

doc_1960July 1, 2012

thank you for the Tundra pop out window latch solution. My big issue was not ordering another one. it was listening to my husband complain. i figured if i ordered another one it would do the same thing because i was not rough with it at all when it broke. you not only saved me money but saved me a constant headache my hubby gives me. and that my friend is worth more than 100 latch prices. LOL

Sharon8296August 12, 2012

Thank you! Thank You! Thank you! You made my day!

Bruno: No problem.

RbskygodSeptember 5, 2012

Bruno,
Thanks you are my new hero! I rarely use the side windows and this is a perfect fix for me.
You are a Genius keep the think tank open.

John LedbetterAugust 7, 2016

Bruno,
Brilliant, simple solution – yes, it worked like a charm!! Kudos for such a creative approach. I second your nomination to the Toyota Repair Hall of Fame.
John
PS you made my day as well. 😉

Bruno: Glad it works for you.

Denny MarshallOctober 23, 2016

I bought the alloy ones. How do you remove the pins?

Bruno: I pressed mine out with a with a pair of channellocks and a small screw.